Question:
When i pull out with my camper or slow down an stop there is slack at the kingpin. Is there something i can do to stop the joltingof the sart an stop? Is there an adjustment to get the play out?
asked by: Chester
Expert Reply:
The slight jolt that you notice during starts and stops is inherent with the slide bar type of jaw that is present on the Pro Series 5th wheel trailer hitch # PS30094. The slide bar leaves more space than other, more secure jaws on other hitches. Short of replacing the hitch with one that has a different jaw style, you cannot reduce or eliminate this jolting.
The next step up in a hitch that has a more secure jaw is the Reese 16K, # RP30051. I have included a picture that shows what the jaws look like on this hitch. The double jaw style will reduce the chucking but will not eliminate it.
expert reply by: Michael H
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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Product Summary:
Sliding Fifth Wheel
Hitch Only
10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
4000 lbs TW
16000 lbs GTW
Product Specs:
Standard - Double Jaw
Double Pivot
15 - 18 Inch Tall
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Pro Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider - Slide Bar Jaw - 15,000 lbs
Product Summary:
Sliding Fifth Wheel
Hitch Only
10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
3750 lbs TW
15000 lbs GTW
Product Specs:
Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
Double Pivot
13 - 17 Inch Tall
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